Cryptic crossword clue
North-eastern state absorbing south-western one causes confusion 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word DAZE

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The straight part
We know that "confusion" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case confusion = daze.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DAZE mean?

DAZE noun
  1. The state of being dazed
  2. A glittering stone.
DAZE verb
  1. To stun or stupefy, for example with bright light, with a blow, with cold, or with fear

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